Marionberry Pie - Pie with local marionberries
Marionberry Pie is an iconic dessert that showcases the lusciousness of marionberries, a type of blackberry grown in the Pacific Northwest. The pie features a flaky, buttery crust enveloping a rich and tangy marionberry filling. To create the filling, ripe marionberries are mixed with sugar, lemon juice, and a thickening agent like cornstarch or tapioca to create a balance between sweetness and tartness. As the pie bakes, the filling turns jammy and the crust becomes golden brown. This dessert is often served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, making it a comforting treat for berry lovers and a perfect representation of regional American cuisine. Description by ChatGPT.
Today's specialty is a Marionberry Pie, a regional treat that showcases the luscious flavor of marionberries, a unique variant of blackberries found in Oregon. Don't worry if marionberries are out of reach; blackberries make a superb substitute!
Ingredients:
- 6 cups of marionberries (or blackberries)
- 6 tablespoons of all-purpose flour (plus a bit extra for any large scoops)
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 3/4 cup of granulated sugar (plus some extra for sprinkling on top)
- 2 ready-to-use refrigerated pie crusts
- Water for assembling the pie lattice and for brushing the crust
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45-55 minutes (or per your pie crust package instructions)
Total Time: About 1 hour and 25 minutes
Equipment: Large bowl, pie plate, scissors (for pie crust), spoon, butter knife, pastry brush
Servings: 8 slices
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven according to the instructions provided with your refrigerated pie crust.
2. In a large bowl, combine 6 tablespoons of flour with 6 cups of marionberries. Gently mix until the berries are coated.
3. Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the berry mixture. Stir to combine.
4. Sprinkle 3/4 cup of granulated sugar into the mixture and mix aggressively until the berries are well-coated with sugar.
5. Unroll one pie crust and place it in the pie plate. Press it into the bottom and sides.
6. Pour the berry filling into the crust, spreading it evenly with a spoon.
7. For the lattice top, unroll the second pie crust on a flat surface. Using a butter knife, cut the crust into long, even strips about 1-inch wide.
8. Create a lattice pattern over the berry filling by weaving the strips in an over-and-under fashion.
9. Once your lattice top is complete, trim any excess dough and crimp the edges to seal the pie.
10. In a small bowl, add some water. Using a pastry brush, gently brush the lattice crust with water. Sprinkle additional granulated sugar over the wet crust for a sparkling finish.
11. Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for the time specified on the pie crust package, or until the crust is golden brown and the berry mixture is bubbly.
12. Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool before serving. Enjoy your Marionberry Pie Delight with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream!
Cooking Tips:
- If the edges of the pie crust begin to brown too quickly, cover them with strips of aluminum foil.
- Ensure your berries are completely thawed if using frozen berries to get an even berry filling consistency.
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